2007 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 530 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
